Bridge Engineer

Clark Dietz, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a structural engineer to join their Indiana Structures Team in Indianapolis. This role involves collaborating with talented professionals to provide innovative design and assessment services for transportation and drainage structures. You will assist in structural analysis, develop project documents, and ensure compliance with INDOT standards. The firm values work/life balance and offers a competitive salary range along with a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in a supportive environment while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance community infrastructure.

Benefits

Flexible work/life balance

Annual bonus

Comprehensive insurance benefits

Education reimbursement

401k & ESOP plans

Individual ownership opportunity

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in assessment/design of concrete/steel structures.
• Knowledge of INDOT Design Manual and NBIS standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural analysis for bridge projects and inspections.
• Develop project documents from analysis to contract stages.

Skills

Structural Analysis

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Project Management

Education

B.S. in Structural or Civil Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

MicroStation

AASHTOWare

Excel

MathCad

Staad/Pro

Job description

Clark Dietz, Inc. is an employee-owned, multidiscipline consulting engineering firm with offices in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. We are a recognized leader in transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering. Our talented staff collaborate to serve our clients with innovative, sustainable solutions that improve the quality of life for the communities in which we live and work.

We currently have an opportunity for a structural engineer to join our Indiana Structures Team based out of our Indianapolis office. This team provides assessment and design services for transportation and drainage structures for INDOT and LPA clients in Indiana.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Assists Project Engineers with structural analysis calculations for bridge replacements, rehabilitations, and preventative maintenance projects for INDOT and LPA clients.
2. Implements the requirements of INDOT’s design manual and NBIS standards.
3. Assists in development of project documents for the full project cycle from initial Alternatives Analysis through the Contract Book stages.
4. Helps to develop bid documents/final tracings and special provisions for bridge projects.
5. Calculates quantities and estimates for bridge projects in Open Roads and Excel.
6. Perform site visits for bridge project meetings and bridge inspections.
7. Assist with NBIS inspections in office and in field work which includes form preparation, site photos and data entry.
8. Assist in development of engineering drawings using MicroStation.

Minimum Qualifications

1. B.S. degree in Structural or Civil Engineering. EIT is desired.
2. 1-3 years of experience (FT or Internship) with assessment and/or design of concrete and/or steel structures.
3. Experience with the INDOT Design Manual, submittals, permitting and environmental requirements.
4. Experience with NBIS bridge inspection is desired.
5. Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team both in an office setting and remotely.
6. Experience with the following CAD and modeling tools; MicroStation, AASHTOWare, Merlin Dash, Consys 2000, Conspan, Staad/Pro, Excel and MathCad.
7. Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to project and client sites as needed.

As an employee-owned firm, Clark Dietz offers a flexible work/life balance and an excellent compensation and benefits package including: Starting salary range: $69,507 - $87,984, annual bonus, comprehensive insurance benefits, education & professional license reimbursement, 401k & ESOP plans, and individual ownership opportunity. To learn more about our firm please visit www.clarkdietz.com